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Beyond the many usual critiques, in this context "owning bitcoin" doesn't mean much, barely a step above having a hoard of hidden gold bars.

While it is indeed more "on the internet" than precious metals, possessing that speculative-asset does not provide any special niche, ownership, or control over the broader, er, cybernetic means of production.



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